New Pet Request Rules Have Minimal Impact, Agency Claims
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New Pet Request Rules Have Minimal Impact, Agency Claims

By Jordan Hale, Senior Lettings Editor · 5 August 2026 · 1 min read

Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Newsroom from a report by Landlord Today. Read the original article for full details.

Most Landlords Report No Formal Pet Requests Since May

A report highlighted by Landlord Today states that nine in ten landlords have not received any formal pet requests since the right to have pets came into force on May 1. The findings are based on responses from 717 landlords and 860 tenants across England and Wales, according to agency LRG.

The report suggests that the new pet request framework has so far had little impact on the private rented sector. This information may be relevant for letting agents and inventory clerks monitoring changes in tenancy agreements and property management practices.


Source: Landlord Today
About the author
Jordan Hale
Senior Lettings Editor

Jordan Hale leads The Property AI's lettings coverage with a focus on UK rental legislation, agent compliance, and the day-to-day pressures facing letting agents. Articles bylined Jordan Hale combine current trade reporting with practical guidance for letting agents and inventory…

Specialises in: Renters' Rights Act, EPC regulations, tenancy deposit schemes, agent licensing, Right to Rent compliance.

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